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Grouper

Issued: July 2026New regulations are highlighted in redFor the most up-to-date recreational saltwater fishing regulations, visit the FWC Saltwater Recreational Fishing page.

Regulations apply to state waters of the Gulf and Atlantic State waters extend 9 miles from shore on the Gulf and 3 miles from shore on the Atlantic coast.

« Spearing Prohibited

p Must remain in whole condition (removal of gills and guts allowed).

u Measured as total length. Total length is the straight line distance from the most forward part of the head with the mouth closed to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed together while the fish is lying on its side.

n State regulations apply in federal waters.

l Additional fishing gear rules apply. For full details, visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission website.